Ritzbury Summa Super 16 Junior Rugby Carnival to ignite young talent
View(s):The 15th consecutive year of the Ritzbury Summa Super 16 Junior Rugby Carnival promises an exhilarating exhibition of budding rugby stars. With an impressive lineup of 112 teams representing 44 schools, the carnival will feature intense matches in the Under-10 and Under-12 categories.
Ritzbury officials presenting the sponsorship to competitiom organisers
The carnival’s schedule began with the first round on September 29 at the Royal Sports Complex, followed by the second round on October 12. The third round is scheduled to take place on November 2 at the Royal Sports Complex. The fourth round is set to take place on November 16 at Bogambara Grounds in Kandy.
Notably, the final round’s location was strategically planned to take place in Kandy. The decision aims to broaden opportunities for schools and students in the region, ensuring their active participation in the much-awaited prestigious event.
“Ritzbury Summa Super 16 Junior Rugby Carnival 2024 represents our ongoing dedication to nurture the next generation of Sri Lankan rugby sporting talent. We take great pride in hosting the carnival once again and encourage all teams to bring their best to the field,” Nilupul de Silva, General Manager, Marketing, CBL Foods International, stated.
The carnival’s primary goal is to advance rugby and provide aspiring young ruggerites with a platform to showcase their skills in friendly clashes. In the spirit of true sportsmanship, the carnival does not crown a champion, inspiring all players to participate in a sport that represents grit, commitment, and camaraderie.
“We are thrilled to once again collaborate with Ritzbury in boosting the potential of Junior Rugby in Sri Lanka. The participation of 112 teams from 44 schools this year marks an outstanding success for the event,” Gehan Dias, Chairman, Organising Committee, added.
With rugby’s growing popularity and high spectator engagement in Sri Lanka, Ritzbury, as a market leader in the Sri Lankan chocolate industry, is confident that the Ritzbury Summa Super 16 Junior Rugby Carnival 2024 will be a resounding success, filled with excitement, highlighting the bright future in store for Sri Lankan rugby.